Media arts PATHWAY COURSES
600 studio in art
602 STUDIO IN ART (PERIOD 1)
(1 Credit)
Grades 9-12 - PREREQ: NONE
This course introduces the student to the art elements, principles of design and the art-making of various cultures. A variety of media and studio techniques are explored. It satisfies the prerequisites for all other art courses and the Regents requirement for art and music.
602 STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 9-12 - PREREQ: NONE
Studio in Art: Electronic Media is a foundational course designed to explore how to solve visual literacy problems through graphic design, digital photography, videography, and animation. All projects are based on the elements of art and principles of design.
*This course satisfies the Art/Music requirement for graduation and is a gateway to advanced courses in Media Art.
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 9-12 - PREREQ: NONE
Studio in Art: Electronic Media is a foundational course designed to explore how to solve visual literacy problems through graphic design, digital photography, videography, and animation. All projects are based on the elements of art and principles of design.
*This course satisfies the Art/Music requirement for graduation and is a gateway to advanced courses in Media Art.
603.1 DIGITAL FILM I
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 10-12 - PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA (PREFERRED) OR STUDIO IN ART
3 CREDITS, COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE (ONE TIME)
This course is an introduction to Video Production techniques. Students in this course are exposed to a variety of creative and technical experiences used by professionals in the field. Informational, promotional, and creative “school appropriate” programming will be developed with opportunity to present it on the public airwaves. The course is a desirable elective for students interested in Fine Arts, as well as, Media Creation and Communication Arts. Students may choose to take this course for St. Rose College Credit for a fee.
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 10-12 - PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA (PREFERRED) OR STUDIO IN ART
3 CREDITS, COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE (ONE TIME)
This course is an introduction to Video Production techniques. Students in this course are exposed to a variety of creative and technical experiences used by professionals in the field. Informational, promotional, and creative “school appropriate” programming will be developed with opportunity to present it on the public airwaves. The course is a desirable elective for students interested in Fine Arts, as well as, Media Creation and Communication Arts. Students may choose to take this course for St. Rose College Credit for a fee.
603.2 DIGITAL FILM II
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 11-12 - PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA ART, AND DIGITAL FILM I
3 CREDITS, COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE
This course is a continuation to Video Production techniques. Students in this course are exposed to a variety of creative and technical experiences used by professionals in the field. Informational, promotional, and creative “school appropriate” programming will be developed with opportunity to present it on the public airwaves. The course is a desirable elective for students interested in Fine Arts, as well as, Media Creation and Communication Arts. Students may choose to take this course for St. Rose College Credit for a fee if they did not in Digital Film I. (The difference between Film 1 and Film 2 is that students are given the opportunity to work more independently and shoot in the field. Students can sign out cameras for a few days at a time.)
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 11-12 - PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA ART, AND DIGITAL FILM I
3 CREDITS, COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE
This course is a continuation to Video Production techniques. Students in this course are exposed to a variety of creative and technical experiences used by professionals in the field. Informational, promotional, and creative “school appropriate” programming will be developed with opportunity to present it on the public airwaves. The course is a desirable elective for students interested in Fine Arts, as well as, Media Creation and Communication Arts. Students may choose to take this course for St. Rose College Credit for a fee if they did not in Digital Film I. (The difference between Film 1 and Film 2 is that students are given the opportunity to work more independently and shoot in the field. Students can sign out cameras for a few days at a time.)
603.3 TELEVISION PRODUCTION
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 11-12 - PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA
3 CREDITS, COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE
This advanced course is a hands-on learning experience that gives gives students the opportunity to create TV programs, as well as, documentary production. Students will use TV equipment, video field cameras, and non-linear editing software to produce programming that will be shown on live TV.
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 11-12 - PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA
3 CREDITS, COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE
This advanced course is a hands-on learning experience that gives gives students the opportunity to create TV programs, as well as, documentary production. Students will use TV equipment, video field cameras, and non-linear editing software to produce programming that will be shown on live TV.
614 GRAPHIC ARTS I
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 10-12
PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART OR DESIGN AND DRAWING FOR PRODUCTION
This is an introductory course in Graphic Arts. We will explore digital as well as traditional graphic design concepts and techniques along with their relationship to the art elements and principles of design. Most assignments and projects are created on computers using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 10-12
PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART OR DESIGN AND DRAWING FOR PRODUCTION
This is an introductory course in Graphic Arts. We will explore digital as well as traditional graphic design concepts and techniques along with their relationship to the art elements and principles of design. Most assignments and projects are created on computers using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
615 GRAPHIC ARTS II
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 11-12
PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART: ELECTONIC MEDIA OR STUIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA OR STUDIO IN ART
Graphics Arts II is the third course in a sequence that began with Studio in Electronic Media (preferred). This is an advanced course that explores how to solve visual literacy problems through digital media. Students will learn topics such as book cover design, branding and visual identity, advertising, motion graphics, and package design. Portfolio preparation will be created for those interested in pursuing a career in Communications or Graphic Arts.
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 11-12
PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART: ELECTONIC MEDIA OR STUIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA OR STUDIO IN ART
Graphics Arts II is the third course in a sequence that began with Studio in Electronic Media (preferred). This is an advanced course that explores how to solve visual literacy problems through digital media. Students will learn topics such as book cover design, branding and visual identity, advertising, motion graphics, and package design. Portfolio preparation will be created for those interested in pursuing a career in Communications or Graphic Arts.
618.1 PHOTOGRAPHY
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 10-12
PREREQ: ANY FOUNDATION LEVEL ART COURSE; STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA IS RECOMMENDED
Any foundation level art course; Studio in Art-Electronic Media is recommended Photography is designed to elevate the quality of students’ photographs and provide a better understanding of the medium. This introductory course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of digital imaging. Students will be take their own photos using DSLR cameras and edit their work in Photoshop. They will make aesthetic evaluations of work through critiques. Historic and contemporary achievements in photography will be examined in order to enrich student appreciation of the medium. Students will also explore how technology impacts current trends in the field. Photography I is the foundation for the following sequence in Media Arts: Photography II, Digital Film I and Graphic Arts I.
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 10-12
PREREQ: ANY FOUNDATION LEVEL ART COURSE; STUDIO IN ART: ELECTRONIC MEDIA IS RECOMMENDED
Any foundation level art course; Studio in Art-Electronic Media is recommended Photography is designed to elevate the quality of students’ photographs and provide a better understanding of the medium. This introductory course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of digital imaging. Students will be take their own photos using DSLR cameras and edit their work in Photoshop. They will make aesthetic evaluations of work through critiques. Historic and contemporary achievements in photography will be examined in order to enrich student appreciation of the medium. Students will also explore how technology impacts current trends in the field. Photography I is the foundation for the following sequence in Media Arts: Photography II, Digital Film I and Graphic Arts I.
619.1 PHOTOGRAPHY II
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 11-12
PREREQ: PHOTOGRAPHY I
Advanced photography is a course designed for students who have taken Studio in Photography previously. At the advanced level, students are encouraged to explore each project in more depth and with greater scope, while working within the parameters of the assignment to create individual, artistic styles. Photography II is the foundation for the following sequence in Media Arts: Digital Film I, Graphic Arts I, or TV Production.
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 11-12
PREREQ: PHOTOGRAPHY I
Advanced photography is a course designed for students who have taken Studio in Photography previously. At the advanced level, students are encouraged to explore each project in more depth and with greater scope, while working within the parameters of the assignment to create individual, artistic styles. Photography II is the foundation for the following sequence in Media Arts: Digital Film I, Graphic Arts I, or TV Production.
622 DRAWING AND PAINTING I
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 10-12
PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART OR DESIGN AND DRAWING FOR PRODUCTION
In this course, students will develop basic skills and techniques of drawing and painting with a variety of materials. They will develop creative problem solving skills, review basic art theory, cover a study of western art history and begin preparation of a portfolio. Course work includes a variety of short term exercises, long term projects and written assignments.
(1 CREDIT)
GRADES 10-12
PREREQ: STUDIO IN ART OR DESIGN AND DRAWING FOR PRODUCTION
In this course, students will develop basic skills and techniques of drawing and painting with a variety of materials. They will develop creative problem solving skills, review basic art theory, cover a study of western art history and begin preparation of a portfolio. Course work includes a variety of short term exercises, long term projects and written assignments.